Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the
relative teaching time and student effort required to
successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may
include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also
the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and
complete all assessment requirements, including any
non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare legal documents to support a conveyancing transaction on behalf of a client, and encompasses identifying the legal nature of the document and its preparation and suitability for purpose.

This unit may apply to job roles subject to licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements so Commonwealth, State or Territory requirements should be confirmed with the relevant body.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

FNSCNV504A Prepare legal documents

Element:

1. Legal nature and relevance of the document is determined

Performance Criteria:

1.1. The legal nature of the document is identified

1.2. The function and significance of the document in the conveyancing transaction is determined

1.3. Statutory and general law principles governing the document and its function in the conveyancing transaction are identified and applied

1.4. The structure of the document is determined

Element:

2. Prepare legal document

Performance Criteria:

2.1. Rules governing construction and interpretation of contracts and other legal documents are identified and applied

2.2. Rules for use of precedents, standard form contracts, and statutory forms are identified and applied

2.3. Principles of legal drafting are employed including the use of plain language

Element:

3. Review document against client's needs

Performance Criteria:

3.1. Terms essential to protect the client's interests are identified and drafted

3.2. Any lack of conformity with the client's instructions is identified and rectified

The nominal hours associated with this course are a guide only and represent the total teaching time and student effort required to successfully complete the course. This may include not only scheduled classes but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

There is no prescribed text, but on MyRMIT Studies there are detailed Class Notes

References

Other Resources

It is recommended that you have access to a mobile computing device to allow greater flexibility in terms of where you can work on campus outside class times.

Overview of Assessment

Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including technical requirements documentation, homework, assignments, group and/or individual projects, in class exercises, written and practical tests, problem solving exercises, presentations, direct observation of actual and simulated work practice, presentation of a portfolio of evidence which may comprise of documents, and/or photographs and/or video and audio files, review of products produced through work based or course activities.

Students are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to their teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met. Students will be provided with feedback throughout the course to check their progress.

Students must successfully complete three assessment tasks to be deemed competent for these co-delivered and co-assessed competencies

Task 1 – Assignment – Off the plan purchase
For this assessment task you be provided with workplace scenario with a detailed contract relating to an off the plan purchase. You will need to examine and analyse the terms and conditions of the contract and make notes in relation its specifications. You will use these notes to write a letter of advice to you client about the off the plan purchase.

Due: Week 9

Task 2 – In Class Supervised Assessment
For this assessment task you will be required to complete a ninety-minute open book in class supervised assessment. You will be required to answer a series of theoretical and practical questions relating to the investigation of title and exceptional parties to contract, Stamp Duty and Land Tax and GST & CGT in Conveyancing.

Due: Week 15

Task 3 – Assignment – Sale of Business Contract
For this assessment task you be provided with workplace scenario with a detailed business contract relating to the purchase of a business. You will need to examine and analyse the terms and conditions of the contract and make notes in relation its specifications. You will use these notes to write a letter of advice to your client about the purchase. In your advice you u should refer to the important aspects of the contract including any changes your consider to make to the contract, general conditions and schedules, including special conditions, lease arrangements; section 52/Form 2, taxes and financial advice referrals.

Due: Week 16

Assessment Matrix

Marking Guide (Competency):

Vocational Education and Training (VET) is based on current industry needs and the focus on preparing you for the workplace. Because VET courses are informed by practical application of knowledge and skills, they are based on a system known as ‘competency based training’ (CBT). So when you are assessed in VET it is about whether you are competent to do the job, as well as having a firm grasp on the knowledge and skills required to do that job, as opposed to traditional curriculum based education settings that are often based on knowledge retention.

You need to demonstrate you are competent in each element of the unit of competency you are studying.

You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you whether you are competent or not and how well you are performing. Once competent in all elements of the unit you receive a competency grading.

Please refer to the Final Grades table below.

Marking Guide (Grading)
After achieving competency we then grade your performance in the unit; this gives you the opportunity to have the level of your performance formally recognized against industry standards and employability skills.

Final Grades table:

CHD

Competent with High Distinction

CDI

Competent with Distinction

CC

Competent with Credit

CAG

Competency Achieved - Graded

NYC

Not Yet Competent

DNS

Did Not Submit for assessment

Further information regarding the application of the grading criteria will be provided by your teacher.

Other Information

Submission Requirements
You should:
• Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date:
• If your performance in the assessment is affected by unexpected circumstances, you should consider applying for extensions of time. (Please refer to the information in the Late Submission Procedure section below)
• If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program manager or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.
• Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks (hard copy and soft copy).
• When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use a cover sheet that includes a declaration
and statement of authorship. You must complete, sign and submit a cover sheet with all work you submit for
assessment, whether individual or group work. On the cover sheet you declare that the work you are presenting for
assessment is your own work. An assignment cover sheet for submission of work for assessment is available on
Blackboard.
• Each page of your assessment should include a footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment,
unit code and title and page numbers.

Resubmissions (VET Programs):If you are found to be Not Yet Competent in a Course Assessment Task you will be allowed one resubmission only. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission. The highest grade you will receive if your resubmission is successful is “CAG”.
If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.

Adjustments to AssessmentIn certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website:
More Information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=kehn9bz22r41